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Associations

American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
Founded in 1941, the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE) is a professional organization dedicated to advancing patient care and digestive health by promoting excellence in endoscopy.

With more than 10,000 members worldwide, ASGE promotes the highest standards for endoscopic training and practice, fosters research, recognizes distinguished contributions to the field of endoscopy, and is the foremost resource for endoscopic education. In addition, ASGE serves the public by providing accurate, credible information on endoscopic procedures and safety in endoscopy.

American Gastroenterological Association (AGA)
The American Gastroenterological Association is the trusted voice of the GI community. Founded in 1897, the AGA has grown to include 17,000 members from around the globe who are involved in all aspects of the science, practice and advancement of gastroenterology. The AGA Institute administers the practice, research and educational programs of the organization.

American College of Gastroenterology (ACG)
More than 11,000 physicians from 82 countries are members of the ACG. Through annual scientific meetings, the American Journal of Gastroenterology, Nature Reviews Gastroenterology & Hepatology, regional postgraduate training courses and research grants, the ACG provides its members with the most accurate and up-to-date scientific information on digestive health and the etiology, symptomatology and treatment of GI disorders.

ACG’s advocacy in the public policy arenas, and the work of the ACG’s 22 committees have made tremendous strides with many premiere accomplishments to improve the future of clinical gastroenterology and the quality of care available to patients with GI conditions and diseases, today. The information exchange and training acquired through College membership provide physicians with the knowledge necessary to offer the most effective patient care and to meet the challenges of today’s changing health care system.

Barrett’s Esophagus
Barrett’s esophagus is a condition in which the tissue lining the esophagus—the muscular tube that connects the mouth to the stomach—is replaced by tissue that is similar to the lining of the intestine. This process is called intestinal metaplasia.

Cancer

American Cancer Society
The American Cancer Society (ACS) is a nationwide, community-based voluntary health organization. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, the ACS has state divisions and more than 3,400 local offices. Learn more about ACS, what we do, and our plans for the future by exploring the areas below.

Celiac Sprue

Celiac Sprue Association
The Celiac Sprue Association® remains the largest non-profit celiac support group in America, with over 125 chapters and resource units across the country, and over 9,000 members worldwide.

A dedicated force of volunteer officers and committee members serve as the organization’s strong backbone, affectionately calling themselves,

Colonoscopy

FamilyDoctor.org (about colon cancer, symptoms and screening)
Colon cancer is cancer of the large intestine (called the colon). Rectal cancer is cancer of the rectum (which is the part of the large intestine closest to the anus). These forms of cancer have many common features. They are often referred to together as colorectal cancer.

National Digestive Diseases Clearinghouse
The NIDDK Reference Collection, a database of health education materials, is a service of the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK), National Institutes of Health. NDDIC maintains the digestive diseases subfile of thousands of references to materials produced for patients and health care professionals, including fact sheets, brochures, and audiovisual materials.

Crohn’s & Colitis

Crohn’s Disease
Information from the National Digestive Diseases Information Clearinghouse

General Helpful Patient Information

Your Digestive System and How it Works
The digestive system is made up of the digestive tract—a series of hollow organs joined in a long, twisting tube from the mouth to the anus—and other organs that help the body break down and absorb food

The Mayo Clinic
Mayo Clinic is the first and largest integrated, not-for-profit group practice in the world. Doctors from every medical specialty work together to care for patients, joined by common systems and a philosophy of “the needs of the patient come first.”

Liver Disease

American Liver Foundation
The American Liver Foundation (ALF) is the nation’s leading nonprofit organization promoting liver health and disease prevention. ALF provides research, education, and advocacy for those affected by liver-related diseases, including hepatitis

Nutrition

American Heart Association
The American Heart Association’s mission is to reduce disability and death from cardiovascular diseases and stroke.

Great Nutrition Information at Your Fingertips
Nutrition.gov provides easy access to the best food and nutrition information. It serves as a gateway to reliable information on nutrition, healthy eating, physical activity, and food safety for consumers, educators, and health professionals.

American Dietetic Association
With nearly 55,000 members, the American Dietetic Association is the nation’s largest organization of food and nutrition professionals. ADA services the public by promoting optimal nutrition, health and well-being. ADA members are the nation’s food and nutrition experts, translating the science of nutrition into practical solutions for healthy living.

Ostomy

United Ostomy Association, Inc.
UOAA is a national network for bowel and urinary diversion support groups in the United States. Its goal is to provide a nonprofit association that will serve to unify and strengthen its member support groups, which are organized for the benefit of people who have, or will have intestinal or urinary diversions and their caregivers.

Pancreatic Diseases

National Pancreas Foundation
The foundation supports the research of diseases of the pancreas and provides information and humanitarian services to those people who are suffering from these illnesses.

IMPORTANT:The preceding information is intended only to provide general information and not as a definitive basis for diagnosis or treatment in any particular cases. It is very important that you consult your doctor about your specific condition.